Product Description

[New mold]
A 1/72 scale model of the C-2A, which played a pivotal role in the final carrier landings in history.

[About the actual device]
The C-2A Greyhound was a carrier-based transport aircraft (COD) operated by the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 2026 to transport personnel, cargo, and other supplies from land bases to aircraft carriers at sea.
Developed based on the E-2C Hawkeye early warning aircraft, it made its first flight in 1964, and in 1990, significant improvements were made to its airframe structure and electronic systems, leading to a switch to the new model.
The aircraft is powered by two Allison T56-A-425 turboprop engines.
The aircraft has a maximum payload of approximately 4.5 tons and is equipped with a large cargo ramp door at the rear, allowing for direct loading and unloading of cargo.
Furthermore, by flying with the rear ramp open, it was possible to airdrop supplies and personnel.
During its 60-year operational career, the C-2A recorded over 250,000 carrier landings. On June 25, 2026, an aircraft belonging to the 40th Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC-40) Rawhide landed on the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN-68).

[About the model]
This is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the C-2A Greyhound carrier-based transport aircraft (COD) that was operated by the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 2026.
The finished product will be 240mm in length and 341mm in width.
This model is based on an aircraft belonging to VRC-40 that made its final landing on the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz in June 2026.
The aircraft's shape, as well as its distinctive tail fin design, are faithfully reproduced.
The main wings can be assembled in either the extended or folded position.
- The propeller replicates the NP2000 propeller with 8 blades.
- The aircraft's shape is realistically represented, along with the details of the engine nacelles.
Furthermore, the cockpit interior, landing gear, and landing gear bay interiors are also modeled in detail, resulting in a highly mechanical finish.
The markings include those of BuNo. 162159, belonging to the U.S. Navy's 40th Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC-40), Rawhide.

[Main Features]
This is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit of the C-2A Greyhound.
- Modeled after BuNo. 162159 of the U.S. Navy's 40th Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC-40), Rawhide.
- Scale: 1/72, finished length: 240mm, wingspan: 341mm
- The main wings can also be reproduced in a folded state.

Product Specifications

Country

USA

Item code

HE82303J

JAN code

3279510823035

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